Munster’s Integration Project Unites Refugees and Locals Through Shared Activities
A model project for integration in Munster has brought together refugees and local residents through shared activities. Last week, events like a furniture workshop and a college football tournament marked the latest phase of the initiative. Organisers say the scheme has already reached over 600 people in just ten months.
The project launched in October 2024 at the state reception centre for refugees in Munster, run by the regional government. More than ten institutions have joined forces to support integration through language courses, career advice, and social activities.
One key focus is helping residents of the Central Reception Facility (ZUE) learn German and understand democratic values. Workshops cover traffic rules, job opportunities, and teamwork to give structure to daily life. Munster Police also take part, introducing refugees to Germany’s police as reliable and approachable.
Last week’s highlights included a furniture workshop led by the Gremmendorf Centre Council. Residents from the ZUE and neighbours from the York Quarter worked together on practical tasks. Meanwhile, SC Gremmendorf hosted a college football tournament, backed by project partner SC Preußen Münster. The ‘ZUE Allstars’ team competed, bringing together players from different backgrounds.
Since its start, the project has created countless opportunities for connection. However, it remains unclear whether other organisations have joined beyond the ten already named in reports.
The initiative has made steady progress, with over 600 participants engaging in workshops, sports, and education. Activities like the furniture workshop and college football tournament show how shared experiences can build links between refugees and the local community. The project continues to expand, though details of any new partners remain unreported.
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